Yappy Ever After!

FURRY-TAIL DAY FOR INSEPARABLE CANINES

A special ceremony took place on Sunday 23 February for two loved-up pups at a Wedding Showcase event in Edinburgh.

Dachshunds Nova and Ottis proved to be the paw-fect pair after winning a social media competition run by DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre to find an adorable four legged couple.

Since winning, the doggy duo have taken part in a puppy proposal photoshoot and enjoyed a specially catered dog-friendly afternoon tea when visiting the hotel to have the final touches for their big day put in place – arranged by the hotel’s wedding planner.

The public have been able to follow the journey of Nova and Ottis on social media with through the #skyBARKwedding hashtag.

On Sunday Nova and Ottis celebrated their love at SKYbar against the picturesque backdrop of Edinburgh Castle and the cityscape.

Among the wedding witnesses were representatives from a national Dachshund owners’ group and newly engaged couples who were touring the hotel and SKYbar as a prospective venue for their own special day.

Marcello Ventisei, General Manager of DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre, said: “Couples are spoiled for choice with wedding venues, so we wanted to showcase a unique take on the full journey from proposal to vows at DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre with adorable canines.

“We’ve loved this journey with Nova and Ottis and we hope our guests enjoyed being part of this picture-perfect day too.”